Tag: Indian Railways

Hyderabad rail capacity to be doubled as Telangana emerges key focus for Indian Railways: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The railway minster also mentioned that the Secunderabad station is currently "undergoing a major redevelopment program."

July 19, 2025

CM Fadnavis Flags Off ‘Bharat Gaurav’ Tourist Train to Celebrate 351st Coronation Anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

Speaking at the flag-off ceremony in Mumbai, CM Fadnavis extended greetings on the occasion and lauded Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy.

June 9, 2025

“Proud Moment for India”: Vande Bharat Loco Pilot Hails Railway Workers’ Role in Overcoming Himalayan Challenges

The newly launched Vande Bharat Express trains will cut travel time between Katra and Srinagar to just about three hours, from the current 6–7 hours by road.

June 6, 2025

PM Modi Flags Off Bikaner-Mumbai Express, Inaugurates 103 Redeveloped Railway Stations Across India

PM Modi will also lay the foundation stone for multiple railway projects worth over ₹26,000 crore, further strengthening the country’s transportation infrastructure.

May 22, 2025

Ashwini Vaishnaw Credits Teamwork for Successful Operation of Over 16,000 Trains During Mahakumbh 2025

"We had originally planned for 13,000 trains, but thanks to everyone's coordination, we managed to operate over 16,000 trains," said Vaishnaw.

February 27, 2025

Union Minister Vaishnaw Reviews Railway Station Preparations Ahead of Maha Shivratri

Vaishnaw also noted that additional trains are being operated to meet the surge in demand during the festive season.

February 26, 2025

Northern Railway to Operate Vande Bharat Special Train for Mahakumbh Devotees

The Vande Bharat Special train, No. 02252/02251, will run between New Delhi and Varanasi (via Prayagraj).

February 15, 2025

Indian Railways to Mark 100 Years of Electrification on February 3

As part of the centenary celebrations, Central Railway has also achieved a major milestone by completing 100% electrification of its network.

January 30, 2025

26 Trains Running Late Due to Dense Fog and ‘Zero Visibility’ Across Northern India

In addition to transport delays, Delhi continues to grapple with deteriorating air quality.

January 15, 2025

“40 crore people will reach Prayagraj…Crowd management is a big subject for us”: North Central Railway on preparations for Maha Kumbh

Moreover, passengers will be directed to the 'Yatri-Kendra' before proceeding to their respective platforms, reducing confusion and congestion.

January 5, 2025